In September, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeal said the car's "bat-like" features and other characteristics — including its futuristic weaponry and technology — made it a character that can't be copied without permission.

Batman will next appear on the big screen in Warner Bros.' "Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice," which hits theaters March 25.

George Barris, who created the Batmobile for West's show, died last year at 89.

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